Ferguson persuaded Arsenal fan to snub Gunners for Man United, says report

Sir Alex Ferguson was renowned for getting his man in the transfer market, and that reportedly included turning the head of a player who had his heart set on joining Arsenal.

According to Mirror Football, Manchester United were battling a Premier League rival for a signing, and the player in question was a Gunners fan keen on a move to the Emirates. However, a conversation with Ferguson was enough to change his mind.

United have been involved in plenty of transfer tussles with Premier League clubs over the years, but this particular U-turn stood out as a notable example of Ferguson's persuasive touch in the Old Trafford dugout.

The report does not confirm the identity of the player or the exact time period, but it adds another chapter to the storied rivalry between the two clubs. Readers can find related match highlights elsewhere on this site.